Material Handler Lead

Clean Harbors; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

401K with Company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Safety-Kleen in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Material Handler Lead to oversee warehouse operations and ensure safety compliance. You will supervise personnel, unload/load waste and supplies, and maintain inventory for efficient shipments.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to work outdoors/in varying conditions, and adherence to regulatory guidelines. Health benefits, 401K with company match, and tuition reimbursement are among offered benefits.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and able to follow exact instructions.
• Able to perform physical tasks and work in varying conditions.
• Background check, drug test, and medical clearance as required.
• Proven ability to work with minimal supervision at times.

Responsibilities

• Supervise warehouse personnel.
• Unload containerized waste from route trucks.
• Reload route trucks with supplies and equipment.
• Ensure waste and containers are ready for transport to recycle or distribution centers.
• Stock the warehouse with received materials.
• Prepare waste loads for shipment.
• Maintain branch housekeeping and safety practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow specific instructions

Basic computer skills

Forklift operation

Tools

None

Job description

Safety-Kleen in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Material Handler Lead to complete all assigned warehouse duties in a safe and responsible manner. This role will work within all local, state, and federal rules and regulations; and follow all Safety-Kleen policies and procedures.

Safety-Kleen, a subsidiary of Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.

Why work for Safety-Kleen?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Focus on maintaining sustainability and cleaning the Earth.
• Recruiting Pay range.
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment including 401K with Company match.
• Own part of the company with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career.
• Company paid training and tuition reimbursement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and always acting in a safe manner.
• Supervise warehouse personnel.
• Unload containerized waste from the route trucks.
• Reload route trucks with supplies and equipment for next day’s runs.
• Ensures all waste and containers are in acceptable shipping condition and organized for transport to recycle or distribution centers.
• Stock the warehouse with received materials.
• Prepare waste loads for shipment.
• Housekeeping in the branch (painting, picking up trash, sweeping, cleaning, straightening).
• Empty and fill drums of solvent mineral spirits.
• Perform minor repairs on parts washers at the warehouse.
• Supervise third party bulk liquid transfers.
• Order inventory and assist with inventory count at warehouse.
• Follow all local, state (provincial) and federal compliance regulations and rules.
• Safely operate vehicles in accordance with U.S. DOT, local, state (provincial) and federal requirements.
• Safely observe all corporate operating guidelines and procedures.
• Observe all company environmental health and safety operating guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail.
• Follow specific instructions.
• Work with minimal supervision at times.
• Basic computer skills.
• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Perform physical functions per job requirements.
• Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift experience.
• Previous relevant experience.
• Experience with waste labels, manifests, and load sheets.

Safety-Kleen is an equal opportunity employer.

Safety-Kleen is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

Safety-Kleen is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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